Why Phil Dillard and San Francisco-based Thruline Networks are looking for seed VC deals that could have a big impact on global sustainability
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The article below highlights an announcement from Shein about creating a “sustainable blue jean” that significantly reduces the amount of water used in its production. While on its surface this sounds like a good idea, the article raises a lot of questions about the industry of fast fashion and the definition of sustainable fashion.
Leading mission-driven companies to build a sustainable future economy is a pressing challenge that requires immediate action. The disconnection between humanity and nature has led to environmental, economic, and social crises. To solve this, committed leaders must drive coordinated efforts across sectors - public, private, and nonprofit.
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Uncover the potential of crowdfunding for your startup and decide if it's the right path for you! This event will explore the pros and cons of crowdfunding, helping you weigh the benefits against the challenges. Learn about successful crowdfunding strategies, understand the various platforms available, and discover whether this funding approach aligns with your business goals. Gain valuable insights to make an informed decision about leveraging the power of the crowd to fuel your startup's growth. Join us to explore if crowdfunding is your startup’s key to success or if another path might be better suited for your journey. This is an active, engaging, and practical conversation where guest speakers, co-hosts, and attendees come together to share insights, opportunities, challenges, and most importantly, solutions. It’s a dynamic space for learning and growth, designed to empower everyone.
Event Date:
August 22, 2024
This event will offer tactical guidance on financing your climate startup to minimize dilution and optimize your capital stack. We'll provide an overview of non-dilutive financing options, discuss key considerations across capital products, and finish out with an AMA on fundraising more broadly. Hosted by Enduring Planet
Event Date:
August 15, 2024
Turn your founding vision into a powerful tool for building a cohesive, purpose-driven team. Learn how to effectively communicate your mission and values, attracting talent that resonates with your vision Discover how a clear, shared purpose can drive your team's success and propel your startup forward. Mike Melendrez is the founder of Red Circle, a Chicago-based recruiting firm dedicated to helping tech startup founders build purpose-driven teams. With over two decades of industry experience, Mike and his team excel at aligning a founder’s vision with the hiring process to cultivate cohesive and motivated teams. Beyond his work at Red Circle, Mike is deeply committed to education and community development.
Event Date:
August 1, 2024
Transform your online strategy by diving into the key elements of digital success. This event covers how to perform thorough online market research, build a compelling digital presence, and understand the basics of digital marketing. Gain the insights and tools necessary to extend your reach and make an impact online. Deepti Illa is a Marketing Leader with over 20 years of experience at prominent brands such as Google, Salesforce, Cisco, and Intel, as well as pioneering startups like Bunchball and Matterport. Driven by a profound interest in integrating sustainability into every aspect of business and demonstrating the comprehensive economic value of doing good for the planet, she transitioned to climate consulting two years ago.
Event Date:
July 24, 2024
Discover the importance of an aligned mission and vision and how they can structure your efforts. Use purpose in a practical way to resonate with both your team and your audience. This session will equip you with the tools and mindset needed to build a purpose-driven foundation from the beginning and build over time for long-term success.Jen Derks is an award-winning branding and design expert who leads the team at Four Fin Creative. Four Fin focuses on supporting climate tech and sustainable companies with brand strategy, design, and messaging—which helps these important companies build the trust and credibility needed to succeed in today’s competitive landscape and turn their world-saving solutions into reality.
Event Date:
July 17, 2024
This Wednesday's conversation dives into the essentials of defining a clear purpose for your early-stage organization. Discover the importance of an aligned mission and vision and how they can structure your efforts. Use purpose in a practical way to resonate with both your team and your audience. This session will equip you with the tools and mindset needed to build a purpose-driven foundation from the beginning and build over time for long-term success. Guest Speaker: Jen Derks Jen Derks is an award-winning branding and design expert who leads the team at Four Fin Creative. Four Fin focuses on supporting climate tech and sustainable companies with brand strategy, design, and messaging—which helps these important companies build the trust and credibility needed to succeed in today’s competitive landscape and turn their world-saving solutions into reality. Four Fin has helped over 100 businesses secure additional funding, land key partnership deals, and attract top talent.
Event Date:
July 10, 2024
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In an era where climate change poses one of the greatest challenges to our planet, mission-driven climate tech companies stand at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.
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April 24, 2024
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The article below highlights an announcement from Shein about creating a “sustainable blue jean” that significantly reduces the amount of water used in its production. While on its surface this sounds like a good idea, the article raises a lot of questions about the industry of fast fashion and the definition of sustainable fashion.
Leading mission-driven companies to build a sustainable future economy is a pressing challenge that requires immediate action. The disconnection between humanity and nature has led to environmental, economic, and social crises. To solve this, committed leaders must drive coordinated efforts across sectors - public, private, and nonprofit.
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Kendon talks about how he initially became interested in the field of sustainability, why zero waste matters
David and Anne talk about the power of regenerative gardening, the need for conventional agriculture to modernize rapidly, and address the primary issue with current agriculture: monocultures.
Coco talks about her current role at ING, her background in ESG, the recent trends in the market today, and ESG trends in different countries around the globe.
In this episode, Henry talks about all things vertical farming, the inevitable hybridization of agriculture, and the founding stories of his company, Agritecture.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Sasja Beslik, Chief Investment Strategy Officer at SDG Impact Japan.
In this episode, Kristin talks about systems thinking in sustainable business, the lessons she learned from leaving her comfortable position at Amazon, and why overcoming fears is pivotal for career growth.
In this episode, Maureen dispels the many myths about sustainability, how she transitioned into the sector, and breaks down the concept of sustainability into sizable bites.
In this episode, Jonce talks about the importance of weaving sustainability into each stage of the design process, improving end-user health and wellness, questioning the norm, designing with passion, and building the future.
Dan talks about the importance of upcycling food, regenerative agriculture, and the circular economy.
In this episode, Corey talks about the importance of breaking down food sustainability into digestible pieces, no pun intended.
In this episode, Jill talks about her passion for small business sustainability, defines what it takes to be successful in the industry, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and why small businesses are driving the future of business overall.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Corey Glickman, Partner, Head of Sustainability & Design at Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Louis Lagoutte, Branch Manager at One Tree Planted, a non-profit working worldwide to plant trees, restore ecosystems, protect biodiversity and create sustainable economic opportunities.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Nate Miller, Innovation Systems Designer at The I Will Projects. In this episode, Nate talks about the faults that exist within our current food system, how he defines impact through aquaponics, and the significance of the black soldier fly as a solution to waste management.
In this episode, Janice talks about bettering organizations by shaping company culture, the challenges of measuring impact in philanthropic ventures, and how to avoid the unintended consequences of well-intentioned social efforts.
In this episode, Aaron talks about his role in forecasting geopolitical outcomes, the worrying effects of mass climate migration causing internal displacement, and how he’s able to define and measure impact through systems-thinking in research.
In this episode, Randy talks about comparisons between small agriculture and big ag, the utmost importance of healthy soil in farming, and how farmers benefit greatly from global discussion, activating changemakers within the community.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Arjita Sethi, Founder of Equally and New Founder School. In this episode, Arjita talks about getting started in entrepreneurship at the age of 16, the value of building a strong tolerance for ambiguity in business, and her goals for positively impacting more than one million founders in ten years.
In this episode, Jarie talks about how storytelling is important for achieving successful product sales, making or breaking even the greatest brands, and provides an in-depth analysis of successful companies that have mastered the art of storytelling.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and Philip Owen, Founding Member of GeaSphere. In this episode, Philip talks about the impactful stories that heavily influenced his career in eco-activism and the importance of organic farming and regenerative agriculture for the sustainability of the future.
This episode features a conversation between Phil Dillard, Founder of Thruline Networks, and James Ehrlich, Founder of Regen Villages Holding. In this episode, James talks about how current industrial agriculture is an inefficient way to sustainably feed 10 billion people, the importance of self guidance and being open to change in life, and how drawing inspiration from indigenous wisdom afforded him the premise for creating Regen Villages.
In this episode, Dr. Weinberg talks about navigating regional challenges in order to drive change across different sectors, the importance of tackling local issues with scalable solutions, and how to actively engage today’s youth in the future of California.
In this episode, Dr. Dorsey talks about the building practice of capitalism and how to fix it, provides a life cycle analysis of renewable energy while mapping out the future course of the planet, and offers advice for aspiring policymakers looking to engage governments across the globe.
In this episode, Joe shares his views on how venture capital can create a positive impact on society across a range of different communities. He also unveils the most important traits that all great leaders possess, and the strategies that everyone can use to find self-realization and fulfillment in their career.
Markus talks about solving the world’s housing problem, creating thousands of jobs while simultaneously fighting climate change, and also gets into the fine details of the organizational structure of his family-run company. Markus also provides great insight as to what it takes to be a successful serial entrepreneur from outside of the United States.
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Thruline Networks is an impact venture studio that takes a living systems approach to building resilient solutions to sticky global problems. Driven by the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals and the Planetary Boundaries as guiding frameworks, the firm focuses ClimateTech companies solving challenges primarily in circularity and waste to value.